Richard R. Gittus Obituary
We announce the death of Richard R. Gittus of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, who passed away on September 27, 2026, at the age of 80. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard Gittus and Lois Gittus (Roth); his former wife Janet Linde; his stepfather Norman Fox; his wife Suzanne Wolfe; and his son Patrick.
He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Hasson of Beaver Dam; his children, Derek Gittus (Allison) of Portsmouth, RI, Dale Heckert (Timothy) of Appleton, Drew Gittus (Brittney) of Mazomanie, Robin Hundt (Neil) of Altoona and Jill Meltz (David) of Appleton; his stepson Daniel Hasson (Erin) of Carver, MN; his grandchildren, Trevor, Brayden, Paige, Finnley, Zander, Dakota, Lincoln and Corbin; his sister Deb Navarre (Bill); his half-brothers, Darin Gittus and Doug Gittus (Donna); and his nieces and nephews, Kim Navarre and Tony Navarre. He is also survived by other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Trinity Church United (308 Oneida St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916). A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 5th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be directed to the Beaver Dam Hockey Association.
